Kudos
Kudos
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Europe • Contemporary
2018
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Kudos by Rachel Cusk, a writer attends a literary festival in Europe, engaging with various individuals who share their stories and perspectives. Through these interactions, the writer explores themes of identity, relationships, and the complexities of personal and professional life. The narrative emphasizes conversation and introspection.
Contemplative
Mysterious
Melancholic
Bittersweet
Informative
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Rachel Cusk's Kudos is celebrated for its sharp prose and distinctive narrative style, capturing the subtleties of human interaction. Some readers appreciate its introspective depth and thematic explorations of identity and female experience. However, others find its fragmented structure challenging and the lack of traditional plot less engaging.
Who Should Read Kudos?
A reader captivated by introspective narratives and complex dialogue would enjoy Kudos by Rachel Cusk. Fans of Virginia Woolf's To the Lighthouse or Karl Ove Knausgård's My Struggle series, who appreciate deep explorations of identity and human connection, will likely find this novel enriching.
16,038 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
Europe • Contemporary
2018
Adult
18+ years
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